2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 643 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
